- Last updated on April 3, 2023
Welcome! This is our Massolino Barolo review.
Massolino Barolo is a premium red wine from the Barolo region of Piedmont, Italy.
Made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, this wine is a true expression of the region’s terroir and winemaking traditions.
The wine is aged in oak barrels for 30 months and then left to mature in the bottle for an additional 12 months, resulting in a complex and elegant wine.
Find below our Massolino Barolo full review along with our food pairings recommendations, serving tips, curiosity, and where you can buy it.
Let’s begin!
Our Massolino Barolo Review
- Brand: Cantine Massolino
- Grape Varietal:Â Nebbiolo
- Region:Â Italy, Piemonte
- Tasting Notes: Ripe Cherry & Strawberry fruit notes
- Glass & Serving: Aroma Collector / 59-68 °F (15-20 °C) / Decant 1 hr
- Store: Up to 20 Years
- Price Range: ~$55
- Bottle Size: 750 ml
Massolino Barolo review: What's its color?
Massolino Barolo has a deep ruby color with hints of garnet.
When swirled, the wine leaves long and slow legs on the glass, indicating its full-bodied nature.
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Massolino Barolo taste like?
Massolino Barolo is entirely made from Nebbiolo grapes and aged 30 months in Slavonian oak barrels.
It is then left to mature in the bottle for an additional 12 months, resulting in a complex and elegant wine.
Is Massolino Barolo sweet?
No, it’s not sweet. Massolino Barolo wine is a dry wine.
Dry wine contains less than 15 g/L.
Learn more about wine sweetness level here.
Massolino Barolo review: Which food pairs well with it?
Massolino Barolo pairs well with a range of dishes, including roasted meats, such as lamb and beef.
It pairs also very well with rich and hearty pasta dishes, such as mushroom risotto, beef ragù or truffle tagliolini.
The wine also pairs well with aged cheeses, such as Parmigiano Reggiano, and dark chocolate.
Massolino Barolo review: What's its alcohol content?
Massolino Barolo wine’s alcohol content is 14.5%.
In case you wonder about alcohol content or more precisely Alcohol By Volume, i.e. ABV, measure the alcoholic strength of a drink.
There is a direct relationship between the sugar left in the wine after the alcoholic fermentation has taken place, i.e. Residual Sugar or RS, and ABV.
During alcoholic fermentation, the yeast transforms the sugar in the grape juice into alcohol.
Grapes with high residual sugar will therefore produce dry wine with a high ABV.
How many calories are in a glass of Massolino Barolo wine?
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture [1] a 5-ounce glass will contain about 120 to 130 calories.
Alcohol contains 7 calories per gram. So a wine with high ABV will have a higher calories per glass than a wine with low ABV.
Furthermore, sugar contributes to the calorie count.
A dry wine will usually have 4 calories per grams vs a sweet wine that will have around 20 calories per grams of carbs, which include sugar.
What is Cantine Massolino?
Here is an extract from the Cantine Massolino website itself:
“Proud producers of Barolo, Barbaresco and the typical wines of the Langhe, we were lucky enough to be born in Serralunga d’Alba, an area of absolute excellence in the geography of great Italian wines.“
Conclusion
Massolino Barolo is a premium wine that truly showcases the winemaking expertise of the Barolo region.
The wine’s complex aromas and flavors, as well as its smooth texture and well-integrated tannins, make it a wine to be savored and appreciated.
Its versatility in food pairings also makes it an excellent choice for a variety of occasions, whether enjoyed with a hearty meal or on its own.
Massolino Barolo is a must-try for any wine enthusiast and is a testament to the quality of Italian winemaking.
Once you had it, we’d love to know your opinion, so reach out and let’s know what you think! Enjoy!
